Public House Chicago
Halloween is a time for trick or treats galore, and the Chicago food community is certainly getting in on the act this year! Across the city, bars and restaurants and even hotels are putting on the ritz for ghouls, goblins, witches and more. Here are our favorite picks for the upcoming holiday…
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Apogee at the dana hotel {2 West Erie Street, 26th Floor, Chicago; 312.202.6060}
The River North hotel invites guests to step into a re-creation of the horror-comedy Beetlejuice this Halloween, complete with spectacular décor inspired from the film, movie character appearances, themed treats, and even beats from Chicago’s hottest DJs all night long.
Enter your undead evening through the Portal to the Dead and party among the lost souls of the Netherworld. Sip on handcrafted cocktails in Dante’s Inferno Room or join in on the infamous dinner party at the Deetz’ with themed sweet treats from Pastry Chef Stephen Huang. But be careful to say Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, or the ghoulish character himself might pay a visit! Get your tickets now!
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SafeHouse Chicago {60 East Ontario Street, Chicago; 312.313.1007}
SafeHouse Chicago is celebrating its first-ever Halloween with a party to end all parties on October 28, starting at 10 PM. If you can make your way past the front door, (don’t forget the password!) there will be a costume contest with cash prizes, plenty of cocktails, and a DJ spinning ghoulish beats. Cover is $8 which includes one drink ticket good for a draft beer, house wine or cocktail.
I|O Godfrey Rooftop Lounge {127 West Huron Street, Chicago; 312.374.1830}
Party central for Halloween is at The Godfrey Haunted Hotel on October 28. The whole 5th floor is haunted, and only the paranormally inclined should dare to explore. If you’re brave enough to think that you can last a whole night, rent one of the rooms and wait for your visit from the undead! Head to the I|O Rooftop Lounge, for a costume contest and craft potions all through the witching hour…the event goes until 3 am!
In need of recovery? Attend the Walk of NO Shame brunch the following day, for a much-needed buffet. If you show up in the same costume you wore last night, you will receive a free mimosa or Bloody Mary!
Cerise at Virgin Hotels Chicago {Virgin Hotels Chicago, 203 North Wabash, 26th Floor, Chicago; 312.940.4774}
On Saturday, October 28, Virgin Hotels Chicago will transform into an Undead Disco. The ghoulish celebration begins in the hotel’s coffee shop, Two Zero Three, with a cardboard maze of gory things. Then, take an elevator ride up to Cerise rooftop for “spooked out sets” from JukeBox The Ghost and dance the night away under the stars.
Tickets are $45 which include one specialty Halloween cocktail, like the Peek-a-Boo Mule (vodka, lavender, ginger beer, oreo, worms, blood syringe) or the Eye of Sauron (green tea infused vodka, passion fruit, lemon, chipotle, eyeball). You can even get liter cocktails in pumpkin with dry ice!
Public House Chicago {400 North State Street, Chicago; 312.265.1240}
Celebrate Halloween all month long at Public House Chicago. Stop in for a varety of fall beers—that are perfect for game days with friends—but make sure to save room for dessert! Their October Pumpkin Cake Shake, the Jack O’Lantern Cake Shake, is an Instagram-lovers dream. It’s the perfect autumnal and celebratory dessert for the holiday.
The Peninsula Chicago {108 East Superior Street, Chicago; 312.337.2888}
For Halloween activities that are good for the whole family, the Peninsula Chicago has you covered. The kiddos can take part in spooktacular activities at the superhero and super Villain-themed Children’s Halloween Tea, complete with monster mash-inspired goodies. There will even be story time with Wonder Woman.
Mom and Dad can also get their superhero or villain on at The Bar on Saturday, October 28, starting at 7:30 PM, with a night of live DJ music, themed cocktails, costumes, and contests. You can dance the night away in your costumes.
By Kaleigh Glaza, Online Editor
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